The EC has been under fire after two phases of UP elections were marred by widespread irregularities and violence.

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan verses a chorus with the Election Commission claiming that the second phase of union parishad elections was free and fair.

At least 219 candidates among 904 of the country’s maiden partisan municipality polls are accused in different criminal cases, an analysis of Sushashoner Jonno Nagorik (Sujan) said.

Ruling Awami League has urged the Election Commission to pave way for lawmakers to take part in municipality election campaign. Regarding deferral of polls schedule, the party hopes the commission will resolve the issue upholding the electoral code of conduct.